Answers All Correct
What are the kidneys excretory function - Answer-To normalize electrolytes, remove
waste, provide fluid and nutrient balance
How do we replace normal excretory kidney functions? - Answer-By normalizing
electrolytes through the use of acid concentrate and providing fluid balance through
ultrafiltration
What is the function of acid concentrate - Answer-Provides the concentration gradient
for diffusion and helps normalize electrolytes
What is the function of bicarbonate in dialysate solution - Answer-Buffers the acid
concentrate
Function of bicarb in patients blood - Answer-Normalizes body pH
Signs and symptoms of hyperkalemia - Answer-anxiety dysrhythmias paresthesia
weakness abdominal cramps diarrhea
S/S of hypokalemia - Answer-muscle weakness & cramps, irregular pulse
Normal blood pH - Answer-7.35-7.45
What are the kidneys endocrine functions - Answer-Renin, EPO secretion and vitamin D
activation
How do we replace normal endocrine kidney functions? - Answer-Provide medications
How much of normal kidney function is replaced by hemodialysis - Answer-15%
Ultrafiltration - Answer-Fluid pushed through the semipermeable membrane
Convection - Answer-Solutes dragged across SPM along with fluid